Ascent Blog: For Students

Private vs. Federal Nursing Loans: Which is Best?
Mar 15, 2024 | By: Breanna Knight
Categories: For High School Students, Blog, For Students, For College Students
Federal vs. private loans for nursing students Nursing can be a rewarding career choice with a positive employment outlook for… Read More
How to Pay for Nursing School
Mar 12, 2024 | By: Breanna Knight
Categories: For High School Students, Blog, For Students, For College Students
4 ways to pay for nursing school  Pursuing a nursing career is an exciting decision that brings the promise of… Read More
How to Read Your College Tuition Bill: A Guide  
Starting college is an adventure filled with new experiences, learning, and personal growth. Part of this process is learning how… Read More
How to Secure and Use a College Tuition Payment Plan
Embarking on your college journey is an exciting new adventure, filled with the promise of new experiences, personal growth, and… Read More
When Does Student Loan Interest Start To Accrue? A Comprehensive Guide
When does interest start to accrue on student loans? Ascent explains when student loans start to accrue interest and when… Read More
How is Your Expected Family Contribution (EFC) or SAI Number Calculated?
EFC stands for Expected Family Contribution and is a number used in the FAFSA process to help calculate your eligibility… Read More
FAFSA Simplification Act: Changes to the FAFSA
Ascent Funding walks you through the changes that will be happening to the FAFSA with the FAFSA Simplification Act. Read More
When is FAFSA Due for the 2024-25 School Year? Deadlines & FAQs for Students
Worried about missing important FAFSA deadlines for the upcoming school year? Ascent Funding outlines all of the financial aid deadlines… Read More
Do You Need a Cosigner for Student Loans?
Dec 20, 2023 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Students, For Cosigners
Not sure if you need a cosigner for your student loans? Learn more about the different factors you should consider… Read More
How to Add or Change a School Code on FAFSA
Dec 20, 2023 | By: Ascent
Categories: For Schools, Blog, For Students, For Cosigners
Need to update your school information on the FAFSA? Learn more about the process of adding, editing, or deleting a… Read More